Technical requirements

Disk space

Connection and communication

RAM

Mac and PC specs

OS Features

Mac

PC

Recommended
OS
RAM
Processor

OS 10.6
8GB
Intel-based Mac Pro

Windows 7
4GB
Intel Core i7

Minimum
OS
RAM
Processor

OS 10.6
2GB
Intel-based iMac

Windows 7
2GB
Intel Core i3

“SCAD eLearning is beneficial for international students and students who plan on working on an international level. We learned global online communication, file preparation and transfer, and IT resolution in addition to coursework.”

Flexible learning environment

SCAD eLearning is a multiplatform learning solution. Students can access and submit content through a variety of devices — mobile phones, tablets, desktops or laptops — for a customized learning experience.

Screen capture applications allow students to share images and videos with their classmates and professors.

Video conferencing allows students to participate in live classroom events or watch the events at a later, more convenient time.

Mobile devices allow students to document in-process work as it unfolds so peers and professors can view it and offer feedback.

This flexibility brings multiple advantages to both sides of the learning experience. As students submit images and videos for grading purposes, professors can respond with images and videos for teachable moments on the go.

eLearning technical support

The SCAD Help Desk is the first point of contact for any technology assistance from the university. Sensitive to the scheduling needs of eLearning students, the Help Desk offers extended hours to students located in different time zones and working outside normal business hours. The Help Desk can assist with hardware- and software-related issues, as well as problems with the MySCAD intranet. Students simply log in to submit new requests.

Orientation information

With the help of an online orientation course, eLearning students get all the information they need to know about the technology, software and resources that will be integral to their studies.